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LiveWire S2 Del Mar Recalled For Incorrectly Tightened Rear Axle Fasteners

On March 22, 2024, LiveWire EV LLC filed a security recall report with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration concerning the 2024 S2 Del Mar.

Not to be confused with an earlier S2 Del Mar recall associated to a possible engine software fault that was filed in February 2024, this explicit recall pertains to incorrect tightening torques utilized to some rear axle and decrease rear shock mounting nuts. 

Per LiveWire, this will lead to zero clamp load within the affected areas, which may in flip result in lack of management of the bike, thus growing the danger of a crash. Only a particular vary of 2024 S2 Del Mars could also be affected, as they have been reportedly inspected by a 3rd celebration that apparently didn’t apply the proper torques to the {hardware} in query.

Approximately 165 bikes could also be affected, which represents an estimated 58 p.c of the inhabitants. Affected bikes have been produced between July 31, 2023 and November 30, 2023. The affected VINs vary from 1HD3GCYB0RB550041 to 1HD3GCYB0RB550699 and are non-sequential.

What Happened?

According to LiveWire’s official chronology of the problem, the LiveWire Service Team first turned conscious of a possible drawback in January 2024. After going by way of the correct channels, a proper investigation started in February 2024. In early March 2024, LiveWire made the choice to subject a security recall. 

The recall report attributes the problem to “an improper third-party inspection process [that was] performed on certain motorcycles within the build range.”

What LiveWire Is Doing

LiveWire is notifying its vendor community between March 21, 2024 and March 28, 2024. Additionally, it’s notifying registered house owners of affected bikes between March 26, 2024 and April 2, 2024, in order that they know what’s occurring and might take applicable motion to treatment any points.

Please word that S2 Del Mars outdoors the recall inhabitants vary aren’t affected by this recall and that it solely applies to a particular manufacturing vary of this mannequin 12 months and machine.

LiveWire can be notifying its vendor community that it might promote however not ship affected 2024 S2 Del Mars till after this recall service is carried out.

What Should Owners Do?

If you are the proprietor of a 2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar that’s affected by this recall, you will must contact your native approved LiveWire vendor to rearrange for a recall service.

This service will include a radical inspection of the {hardware} in doubtlessly affected areas. If mandatory, LiveWire technicians will then tighten the nuts to the suitable torque specification.

Should any harm have occurred to the elements affected, LiveWire technicians will exchange any broken elements, freed from cost to the client. As an everyday matter after all, no elements are deliberate to get replaced except there’s harm in any other case famous in the course of the inspection.

In the meantime, house owners might contact LiveWire Customer Service at 1-855-387-4337 concerning LiveWire recall quantity 1002. Owners may contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov. 

News

Recall: 2022-2024 Triumph Speed Triple RS And RR Could Have Engine Overheat

On March 6, 2024, Triumph Motorcycles America filed a security recall report with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for sure 2022 by means of 2024 Speed Triple RR and RS bikes because of a possible engine overheating subject.

If this sounds acquainted, it is doubtless since you’re pondering of the January 2023 recall for 2022 through 2023 Speed Triple RR/RS due to potential radiator fan failure. This just isn’t the identical recall, and is being issued along with that recall.

Approximately 1,545 bikes are believed to doubtlessly be affected, in response to Triumph’s information, which represents roughly one % of the inhabitants. 

Here’s a helpful breakdown of the manufacturing date and VIN ranges for the affected bikes.

Model Production Date Range VIN Range
2022-2024 Triumph Speed Triple RS February 3, 2021 by means of March 6, 2024 SMTP01ST6NTAF7370 by means of SMTP01ST9RTBX1597
2022-2024 Triumph Speed Triple RR September 2, 2021 by means of April 27, 2023 SMTP02ST1NTAW2194 by means of SMTP02ST6RTBN0826 

What’s The Problem?

On affected bikes, Triumph says that “the engine could generate an excessive amount of heat, leading to a reduction in the radiator fan’s performance.” It goes on to say that if the issue worsens sufficient, coolant might leak from the automobile, inflicting additional potential for damage. 

Under the heading “Description of the Cause,” Triumph states that “in conditions of high ambient temperature and slow-moving traffic, the radiator fan may surpass its maximum operating temperature, resulting in fan motor failure. Ignoring the warning light on the instrument panel and continuing to ride at low speeds may potentially cause coolant displacement.”

Regarding any superior warning indicators that will happen to inform the rider a couple of potential subject, Triumph notes that each the temperature gauge and the malfunction indicator mild could warn the rider.

As of March 6, 2024, Triumph notes that there have been 21 guarantee claims within the US. However, none of those has resulted in accidents or fatalities, in response to the OEM’s information.

How Triumph Plans To Remedy The Problem And What Owners Should Do Next

Triumph is notifying its supplier community about this recall on March 18, 2024. Following that notification, it can ship letters to registered homeowners of affected bikes on March 20, 2024. 

Owners can be suggested to contact their native approved Triumph supplier to schedule a recall service. At this appointment, sellers will exchange the present engine software program calibration with a brand new configuration. This ought to, Triumph says, end in a decrease engine temperature after reconfiguring the ignition system. This tuning revision already went into impact on the manufacturing line as of February 13, 2024, so bikes produced from that date ahead mustn’t endure from this subject.

Owners could contact Triumph Motorcycles America’s customer support hotline at 1-678-854-2010 concerning Triumph recall quantity SRAN 620. Additionally, homeowners could contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Motorsport

Subaru, Please Don’t Use Any Of These Names You Just Trademarked

Subaru has filed emblems for 12 new names with the US Patent and Trademark Office for “automobiles and structural parts and fittings therefor.” The phrases may very well be used for future off-road autos, trim ranges, packages—or simply so no one else tries to trademark them.

Many of them might match alongside or exchange Subaru’s “Wilderness” nameplate, which is presently used for the model’s most rugged fashions. But we will not get our heads round among the others:

  • Accomplice
  • Everguide
  • Everpass
  • Getaway
  • Highroad
  • Hightrail
  • Outsider
  • Trailhead
  • Trailseeker
  • Trailwind
  • Viewfinder
2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness First Drive Review
2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness Exterior

Loads of these names are fairly foolish; what’s an Everguide, anyway? Viewfinder has us nostalgic for that toy all of us had as youngsters and each Getaway and Accomplice sound an excessive amount of like blockbuster crime thrillers directed by Michael Bay.

Hightrail, Outsider, Trailhead, and Trailseeker are actually higher. Those names would not look that off-putting on the bottom of a Crosstrek or Outback—not less than, not any extra off-putting than the time period Wilderness. And they actually slot in with Subaru’s out of doors aesthetic.

But it is unclear precisely what the model would use these names for, or if any of them will really attain manufacturing. Automakers typically file emblems like this and by no means use any of the names talked about. But who is aware of, possibly within the subsequent decade you may be driving round in a BRZ Getaway or an Ascent Viewfinder.

Motorsport

BMW iM3 Will ‘Never’ Happen, Says M Boss

BMW recently filed a trademark for the name “iM3,” which combines their electric “i” and performance “M” badges, suggesting a potential hot EV. However, BMW M boss Frank van Meel has refuted these rumors.

In an interview with Top Gear, van Meel firmly stated that the company would “never” use i and M badges together on the same vehicle, describing it as “Mission Impossible!” He emphasized that even if the vehicle were electric, the company would not combine the i and M badges.

Despite this, van Meel noted that a performance EV with a pure M badge could potentially be developed, emphasizing that it would be called an M without an i. He explained that the M badge is not about technology, but rather about a promise, motorsports, and emotion.

While the iM3 may not come to fruition, BMW already has four M-badged EVs – the iX M60, i4 M50, i5 M60, and i7 M70. Additionally, the company unveiled a quad-motor performance prototype in 2022 based on the BMW Neue Klasse electric platform. This electric platform is likely to spawn a performance EV, even if it won’t bear the name iM3.

Motor1 has reached out to BMW USA for a comment and will provide updates accordingly.

Featured

Mahindra Global Pik Up One Step Closer To India Launch, Design Patent Filed

**Mahindra Global Pik Up One Step Closer To India Launch, Design Patent Filed**

The patent filed shows the same design for the Scorpio N-based pick up as seen on the concept showcased in August 2023. The Mahindra Global Pik Up concept made its global debut in August 2023. It is expected to be launched by 2026, with prices likely to start from Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom).

The image from the patent application shows the same design elements, including the headlights and off-roading features, as the concept. It is expected to get an upgraded version of the Scorpio N’s 2.2-litre diesel powertrain with enhanced 4X4 capability.

At the big Mahindra event in South Africa in August 2023, we got to see two all new cars: the [Mahindra Global Pik Up](https://www.cardekho.com/mahindra/global-pik-up) and the Mahindra Thar.e (commonly referred to as Thar EV). Shortly after the carmaker patented the design of the electric Thar concept, it has now done the same for the [Mahindra Scorpio N](https://www.cardekho.com/mahindra/scorpio-n)-based pick up.

**What Does The Patent Application Show?**

The image in the patent filing shows the same model that was on display at Mahindra’s event in South Africa. It sports identical LED headlight clusters and LED DRLs, the newly designed grille, the high snorkel on the driver side, and a set of additional LED lights. It also has the same design for the alloy wheels, front-bumper-mounted winch, and side steps.

**Will Borrow Scorpio N’s Powertrain**

The Global Pik Up concept will be propelled by an upgraded variant of the same 2.2-litre diesel engine that powers the Scorpio N. Mahindra did not share any technical details about the pickup just yet, other than the fact that it will have a 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system for off-roading.

**India Launch And Price**

The Mahindra Global Pik Up’s launch timeline hasn’t been confirmed yet, but it could be introduced in our market by 2026. Its only rivals in our market will be the [Isuzu V-Cross](https://www.cardekho.com/isuzu/v-cross) and [Toyota Hilux](https://www.cardekho.com/toyota/hilux), with a starting price of around Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom). If you’re hoping for a somewhat practical off-roader earlier than that, the [5-door Mahindra Thar](https://www.cardekho.com/mahindra/thar-5-door) is set to enter the market in 2024.

Motorsport

Ford Develops Floor Airbag Patent to Protect Occupants from Loose Cargo

Ford has recently filed a patent for a floor-mounted airbag that is positioned between the rear seats and the cargo space, designed to ensure the safety of occupants in the event of a collision. This innovative technology has the potential to be applied to both passenger cars and commercial vehicles.

The proposed airbag would be concealed underneath the floor in the cargo area, near the backs of the rear seats. At least one tether and retractor would be hidden behind a trim piece along the side pillar.

In the event of a collision, the airbag would rapidly inflate, and the retractor would pull the tether to deploy the airbag quickly and efficiently. The shape of the airbag would be C-shaped to provide protection along the seatback and the walls of the vehicle. The airbag curtain would be taller than the rear seats, potentially extending as high as the roof. This barrier would effectively prevent loose cargo in the cargo bay from striking passengers in the back seat.

Furthermore, Ford also describes an alternative version of this system, where a section of the airbag would extend over the seatback when deployed. This additional feature would provide protection for the heads of occupants during a collision.

The patent also outlines a configuration where the passenger area is open to the cargo space. In this scenario, the floor airbag system would prevent cargo from sliding forward in the event of a crash.

The activation of the airbag would follow the same mechanism employed for driver airbags. Sensors would be connected to a computer system, which, in the event of a crash, would send a signal to an inflator that would fill the airbag with gas.

It is important to note that the patent description does not provide specific details on how this technology would function in commercial vehicles, such as the Ford Transit van. However, one possible application could be to protect goods inside a delivery vehicle. The C-shaped airbag would cover the walls and prevent packages from falling during a collision.

As with any patent filing, there is no guarantee that Ford will actually introduce this airbag application into production. Companies often patent ideas to safeguard their concepts from being taken by competitors.

Motorsport

Toyota Applies for Land Hopper Trademark in Japan

On August 8, 2023, Toyota submitted a trademark application for Land Hopper in Japan. The paperwork was published by the office on August 17. This registration falls under the class that covers automobiles, motorcycles, and bicycles. Other regions’ patent directories, reviewed by Motor1.com, did not show any other applications for Land Hopper.

The discovery of this filing was initially made by a member of the Toyota Land Cruiser Forum. Speculation among commenters in the forum suggests that Land Hopper might be intended for the small crossover vehicle teased in Toyota’s latest Land Cruiser presentation. In the background of the image, Land Hopper can be spotted on the left.


Cars, News

Tesla Under Investigation in California for Autopilot Complaints

Tesla is facing a new investigation in California regarding complaints about its Autopilot system. The investigation, conducted by the California Attorney General’s office, includes contacting the driver who filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as well as reaching out to a former Tesla employee who has expressed concerns about Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) in public comments. The duration of the investigation is uncertain, but it is reported to be ongoing, with the driver contacted in the second quarter of this year and the former employee contacted recently.

This is not the first time Tesla has faced such actions in California. The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has been investigating the company’s Autopilot technology for years and accused it of deceptive marketing practices in 2022. Additionally, in January 2023, a senior Tesla engineer alleged in a lawsuit that a promotional video for Autopilot, published in October 2016, was staged. The engineer claimed that the Tesla was not actually driving autonomously but following a pre-programmed route. This testimony was given in relation to a lawsuit filed against Tesla over a fatal car crash in 2018.

Gaming, News

FTC Will Appeal Court Ruling On Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced its intention to appeal a court ruling regarding Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The decision to appeal was revealed in a legal document filed with the U.S. District Court in the Northern District of California on July 12. The FTC did not provide any additional information about its appeal.

This appeal comes at an unfortunate time as the deal must be completed by its deadline on July 18. If the deadline passes while the legal issues are unresolved, it remains to be seen whether the two companies will reach an agreement to extend it or if either of them will choose to abandon the acquisition altogether.

Microsoft wasted no time in stating that it will challenge the appeal once more information is available from the FTC. Brad Smith, the company’s president, expressed disappointment in the FTC’s decision to pursue a weak case and confirmed Microsoft’s opposition to any further efforts to delay the progress of the acquisition.

Motorsport

Former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn Files Lawsuit, Seeking Over $1 Billion in Damages

Carlos Ghosn, the former CEO of Nissan, has filed a lawsuit in Lebanon against his previous employer, seeking more than $1 billion in damages. The lawsuit accuses Nissan, two other companies, and 12 individuals of defamation, fabricating evidence, and other offenses. Ghosn is specifically asking for $558 million in lost compensation and costs, as well as $500 million in punitive damages.

In late 2018, Ghosn was arrested by Japanese authorities on charges of underreporting his compensation and financial misconduct. He has consistently denied these charges. In late 2019, Ghosn managed to escape house arrest and fled the country in a box, eventually finding refuge in Lebanon, which does not extradite its citizens. However, he still has pending criminal charges in Japan. Nissan has also filed a lawsuit against Ghosn for monetary damages.

Carlos Ghosn was initially hired by Renault in 1996 to restructure the French automaker. Three years later, Renault and Nissan formed a partnership to share resources and reduce costs. Ghosn played a crucial role in turning around Nissan as the chief operating officer in 1999 and eventually became the CEO of both Nissan and Renault in 2001. Mitsubishi joined the alliance in 2017.

Even though Ghosn has been absent from Nissan for several years, his presence continues to be a source of trouble for the company. In 2022, the Japanese Financial Services Agency fined Nissan 200 million yen ($1.4 million) for Ghosn’s alleged misconduct, which was reported by the company in 2019. With this new lawsuit, it is likely that the legal battle between Ghosn and Nissan will prolong for years to come.

Since his escape, Ghosn has not held back in his criticism of his former employer. He referred to Renault-Nissan as “small and fragile” and criticized the company’s lack of vision in its electrification strategy.

In early 2023, Nissan announced an updated roadmap, revealing its plans to introduce 27 new electrified models and 19 new EVs by 2030. The company aims for up to 98% of its sales to be electrified in Europe by 2026 and 40% in the US by the end of the decade.